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Manchester City’s gripping system failure offers glimmer of hope to others

It turns out Pep Guardiola was right after all. Manchester City’s pursuit of the double-treble will now remain “a hypothetical dream”. This was Pep’s own excellent phrase before Wednesday’s second leg against Real Madrid, a formulation that suggests even Guardiola’s dreams are full of theory, algebra, hypotheticals, like a footballing version of Evelyn Waugh’s professor Silenus, the modernist architect who doesn’t sleep but instead lies in the...

2024-04-18T18:05:59Z

Liverpool fail to overturn first-leg deficit as Atalanta end Europa League hopes

Liverpool fail to overturn first-leg deficit as Atalanta end Europa League hopes - Mohamed Salah’s early penalty raised hopes of an unlikely comeback.

2024-04-18T21:19:29Z

FA Cup: EFL Directors call out decision to scrap replays

Multiple directors of EFL clubs have called out the decision to scrap FA Cup Replays. After consultation with the Premier League, the FA has taken the decision to remove FA Cup Replays from the First Round Proper onwards, starting next season. It has been met by backlash from many corners of English football: SkyBet League Two side Tranmere Rovers published an official club statement challenging the decision, and a number of EFL club directors...

2024-04-18T18:16:47Z

Sergio Perez issues crucial Red Bull future update as F1 ‘silly season’ gathers pace

Sergio Perez says he's "100 percent certain" to be on the F1 grid next season, and is confident in securing his future very soon...

2024-04-18T20:14:00Z

Championship permutations: What every team needs to win promotion or play-off spot to reach Premier League

Championship permutations: What every team needs to win promotion or play-off spot to reach Premier League - Ipswich, Leeds, Leicester and Southampton are fighting for the title and automatic promotion places

2024-04-16T09:38:49Z

Dundee dispute Philippe Clement assessment of Rangers stalemate - 'I would strongly disagree with that'

What Tony Docherty said after the goalless draw with Rangers

2024-04-17T22:30:17Z

F1 Academy star Abbi Pulling responds to Max Verstappen's "no next step" criticism

After triple F1 champion Max Verstappen expressed his concerns about the all-female F1 Academy series, current championship leader Abbi Pulling told Mirror Sport why she disagrees

2024-04-18T05:11:02Z

Emma Raducanu warns ‘best yet to come’ after fourth straight win for first time since US Open title

Emma Raducanu continued her comeback to tour-level tennis in fine fashion after securing a fourth straight win – the first time she has achieved such a feat since her 2021 US Open triumph – to move into the quarter-finals of the Stuttgart Open. The Briton played some of her finest tennis in recent years as she powered past Czech sensation Linda Nos...

2024-04-18T20:52:37Z

Upbeat Emma Raducanu's comments speak volumes as return to winning ways continues in Stuttgart

The 2021 US Open champion is down at No.303 in the world rankings but that figure is soon set to rise after her recent showings in the Billie Jean King Cup and at this week's Stuttgart Open

2024-04-18T22:00:41Z

WTA roundup: Iga Swiatek remains perfect in Stuttgart

No. 1 seed Iga Swiatek of Poland swept past Belgium's Elise Mertens 6-3, 6-4 on Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, Germany. Swiatek -- the two-time defending champion who has never lost a match in Stuttgart -- saved 5 of 7 break points while going 4-for-6 in breaking Mertens. The four-time Grand Slam champion's next opponent will be 2021 U.S. Open

2024-04-18T23:07:45Z

English football in civil war after EFL excluded from talks over FA Cup changes

Civil war has broken out within English football over the scrapping of FA Cup replays from next season. The Football Association and Premier League are at loggerheads with the English Football League following an announcement that has also seen the FA Cup final lose its traditional place in the calendar. EFL clubs are in open revolt and have called...

2024-04-18T10:36:59Z

2024-04-18T19:55:11Z

5 talking points from Liverpool’s 1-0 win against Atalanta

Here are five talking points from Liverpool’s 1-0 win against Atalanta in the UEFA Europa League.

2024-04-18T21:16:22Z

Three new football rules to clamp down on time-wasting this weekend

A crackdown on footballers time-wasting – including by feigning injury – is to make its top-flight debut this weekend. From Saturday, Major League Soccer players will be forced to leave the pitch for at least two minutes if they go down for more than 15 seconds and require medical attention. The only exceptions are for fouls resulting in a yellow o...

2024-04-17T13:40:32Z

Motor racing-F1 faces a fresh challenge on return to China

By Joe Cash SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Formula One returns to China for the first time since 2019 with even world champion Max Verstappen facing a new challenge at a circuit that provided his Red Bull team's first grand prix victory 15 years ago. The weekend will host the first sprint of the season, with only one hour of free practice on Friday to fine tune the cars and do tyre assessments, and the

2024-04-17T18:00:47Z

‘Playing against 14’: Michail Antonio hits out at officials after West Ham’s exit

Michail Antonio hit out at the refereeing and said that it was like “playing against 14” after West Ham lost their Europa League quarter-final to Bayer Leverkusen 3-1 on aggregate. David Moyes’s side made a spirited attempt to recover from their 2-0 defeat in the first leg and were dreaming of knocking out the newly crowned Bundesliga champions after Antonio scored early on at the London Stadium. West Ham missed chances before half-time and the...

2024-04-18T23:21:10Z

Hull FC's youth challenge firing side up as Jack Charles and Logan Moy qualities laid out

Houghton is fired up to play alongside Hull FC's rising youth.

2024-04-19T04:13:41Z

Stormers draw ‘confidence’ from Champions Cup form as they push for home URC play-off

Paul de Wet highlighted the importance of home ground advantage for the Stormers ahead of the URC play-offs which is looming on the horizon.

2024-04-18T15:07:10Z

Soccer-Martinez avoids red card, saves penalties to send Villa into semis

LILLE, France (Reuters) -Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez saved two spot kicks and survived a bizarre red card incident as his side beat French club Lille on penalties to reach the Europa Conference League semi-finals on Thursday. A chaotic match ended 3-3 on aggregate after Lille's 2-1 victory on the night but the real drama was to come in the shoot-out with World Cup winner Martinez in

2024-04-18T21:27:33Z

Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton get Ryder Cup boost as teammate agrees with Rory McIlroy

It's unclear whether LIV Golf's Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton will be involved in the next Ryder Cup - but the pair have received the backing of one of their 2023 teammates

2024-04-18T16:30:33Z

Nathan Aspinall claims second Premier League victory in Rotterdam

Nathan Aspinall claims second Premier League victory in Rotterdam - The result means that Aspinall climbs into third in the table.

2024-04-18T22:39:32Z

United Rugby Championship: The implications Round 14 has on the tight playoff picture

With the tight knockout picture in mind, Planet Rugby takes a closer look at how each of the games in round 14 influences the race for the top eight.

2024-04-18T06:36:58Z

Brave West Ham go down fighting as Treble-chasing Bayer Leverkusen march on

WEST HAM 1-1 BAYER LEVERKUSEN (1-3 agg): Michail Antonio's first-half header gave the Hammers hope of a comeback but Jeremie Frimpong's late equaliser spoiled the party and sent the visitors into the semis

2024-04-18T21:30:45Z

FA Cup replays scrapped by Football Association in response to ‘expansion’ of UEFA competitions

The Football Association have announced that FA Cup replays have been scrapped ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.

2024-04-18T11:31:27Z

Bradford League among trio to sign major anti-racism pledge at Headingley

The Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League signed the Yorkshire and Humber Anti-Racism in Sports Group pledge at Headingley earlier this week.

2024-04-18T23:47:04Z

How Antonio Rudiger Helped Andriy Lunin Save Mateo Kovacic's Penalty

Antonio Rudiger and Mateo Kovacic are close friends, but the former may have been the reason his ex-teammate missed a crucial penalty.

2024-04-18T20:06:50Z

What channel is Rangers v Hearts? Scottish Cup semi-final TV details, team news, referee and VAR

Everything you need to know ahead of the Hampden semi-final

2024-04-18T16:30:37Z

Why Emiliano Martinez was not sent off despite second yellow card

Aston Villa booked their place in the Europa League semi-finals in dramatic fashion by winning a drama-filled penalty shootout, where goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez received his second yellow card but was not sent off. Martinez had been walking a tightrope from the 28th minute when he received his first booking for time-wasting, with Villa already 1-...

2024-04-18T20:12:39Z

Summer transfer business, goals on Sunday and contract question mark - Your Coventry City questions answered

Coventry City Q&A from CoventryLive as Sky Blues reporter Andy Turner answers some of fans' big questions of he week

2024-04-18T06:07:11Z

Why Ricciardo believes he can start to save his F1 future in Chinese GP

Daniel Ricciardo is under pressure after a bad start to the season that has seen him far behind his Visa Cash App RB teammate, Yuki Tsunoda. However, the Australian believes he can turn it around during the Chinese Grand Prix because of his previous experiences at the Shanghai International Circuit. Equipped with a new chassis, Ricciardo believes he can showcase his talent.

2024-04-18T18:07:32Z

F1 Chinese GP: Stroll leads FP1 as small fire causes early red flag

Aston Martin's Lance Stroll headlined the sole Formula 1 free practice session for the Chinese Grand Prix after a peculiar hour of running.

2024-04-19T04:50:52Z

FIA respond as concerns noted over Chinese Grand Prix track surface

The return of the Chinese Grand Prix has seen F1 show up to the Shanghai circuit featuring a very different track surface...

2024-04-18T13:58:50Z

Joe Schmidt completes Wallabies coaching puzzle by bringing in ex-British and Irish Lion ahead of huge 2025 series

Joe Schmidt has finalised his Wallabies coaching staff by adding a former British and Irish Lions player to the group.

2024-04-18T07:37:00Z

What channel is Derry vs Donegal on? TV and live stream info for Saturday's game

The defending Ulster champions face neighbours Donegal in a fascinating Ulster SFC quarter-final

2024-04-18T12:57:24Z

Brazil's most-capped players of all time - list

Football FanCast takes a look at most-capped Brazil players in history, with a detailed view of the top 10.

2024-04-18T23:11:50Z

Emma Raducanu shows clay-court form with stunning win over Angelique Kerber

Emma Raducanu shows clay-court form with stunning win over Angelique Kerber - Raducanu backed up her impressive performance in the Billie Jean King Cup with a superb display against Kerber in stuttgart

2024-04-17T21:12:52Z

Pep Guardiola explains Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland substitution

'They could not continue...'

2024-04-17T23:01:54Z

Where Enzo Maresca explanation doesn't stack up with embargo impact on transfers assessed

Your Leicester City questions answered on Maresca's tactics, lack of rotation, the dip in form, Ricardo Pereira, Harry Souttar, the impact of the transfer embargo, and more

2024-04-18T06:37:29Z

F1 Sprint Qualifying Today: Chinese Grand Prix 2024 start times, schedule and TV

Sprint Races are back for 2024, and here's all you need to know about Quali on Friday

2024-04-18T21:50:21Z

Adrian Newey to Ferrari? What Lewis Hamilton can expect if F1 dream team materialises

"It's hard to beat that combination..."

2024-04-17T12:43:21Z

Five games, five tests - what represents pass marks for Hibs coaching staff under pressure?

Final stretch of ‘meaningless’ games now vital to restoring confidence in gaffer

2024-04-18T17:02:19Z

Is Lille vs Aston on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Europa League tonight

Is Lille vs Aston on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Europa League tonight - Everything you need to know ahead of the second leg

2024-04-18T05:53:39Z

John Townley's Aston Villa player ratings after Emi Martinez heroics book semi-final place

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery's side progress to the Europa Conference League semi-final after penalty shoot-out victory

2024-04-18T20:01:01Z

Maidstone United head of recruitment Zach Foster-Crouch says the club are ‘very conscious’ of the mistakes made when last in the National League

Maidstone are determined to learn from their mistakes if they achieve promotion back to the National League. The Stones are in contention for an immediate return after booking a National League South play-off place. But their last experience of non-league’s top went badly wrong, going six months without a win and finishing bottom. Poor recruitment ...

2024-04-18T05:00:03Z

When are Champions League semi-finals? TV info and dates as Bayern Munich and Real Madrid progress

The Champions League semi-final line-up has been finalised, with the four remaining teams within touching distance of the final at Wembley, and here's all you need to know

2024-04-17T22:00:17Z

Emma Raducanu sets up Iga Swiatek clash after reaching first quarter-final in 19 months

Emma Raducanu stormed into the quarter-final of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix.

2024-04-18T18:44:27Z

Further spike in driver Shanghai concerns after shock painted track reveal

The Shanghai International Circuit has been painted ahead of the first Chinese GP in five years.

2024-04-18T12:43:48Z

David Wagner makes Bristol City play-off claim before Norwich;s crucial Championship encounter

Bristol City take on the Canaries, four months after they snatched a 2-1 win at Ashton Gate

2024-04-18T16:38:47Z

Steven Naismith names the Rangers problem Hearts can exploit with Philippe Clement in a 'tough environment'

Naismith's men face the Gers for a place in next month's showpiece final on Sunday.

2024-04-18T16:45:15Z

Where are they now? Carlo Ancelotti’s 7 signings as Everton manager

What kind of legacy did Don Carlo leave at Goodison Park?

2024-04-18T19:56:01Z